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Summary
This family-run chippy in Finchley Central is known for its “reliable food” and is “very busy at weekends”. Founded in 1998, its menu features Turkish small plates alongside a choice of fish delivered fresh from Grimsby.
Summary
“Always fresh and good-value fish ’n’ chips” – cooked “over charcoal as an alternative” and backed up by a selection of Turkish small plates – ensures this 25-year-old family-run operation remains “an attractive option” for eating in Finchley.
Summary
“Always welcoming, always fresh fish and always wonderful chips” are the priorities at this modern family-run fish ’n’ chips restaurant in Finchley (est. 2000). The fish can be fried or charcoal-grilled, and is backed up by a choice of Turkish mezze and side dishes.
Summary
“Very fresh fish with crispy batter and great chips” is just what you want from a “good local chippy” – and just what you get at this Turkish-run outfit in Finchley, which has just celebrated its 21st anniversary. “We’ve been patrons since it first opened, and the service is attentive and friendly” – and certainly exceeds chippy norms in the restaurant, where there’s a range of mezze and other starters, the option of charcoal-grilled fish, and even tablecloths.
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140-144 Ballards Ln, London, N3 2PA
Restaurant details
Prices
| Availability | 2 courses | 3 courses |  |
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| Lunch | £23.90 | £27.90 |  |
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Traditional European menu
| Starter | Main | Veggies | Pudding |
|---|---|---|---|
| £5.50 | £15.70 | £3.50 | £5.40 |
| Drinks |
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| Wine per bottle | £22.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £2.40 |
| Extras |
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| Service | 10.00% |
140-144 Ballards Ln, London, N3 2PA
Opening hours
| Monday | 12 pm‑9:45 pm |
| Tuesday | 12 pm‑9:45 pm |
| Wednesday | 12 pm‑9:45 pm |
| Thursday | 12 pm‑9:45 pm |
| Friday | 12 pm‑9:45 pm |
| Saturday | 12 pm‑9:45 pm |
| Sunday | 12 pm‑9:45 pm |
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